Penn State Extension is offering the workshop “Toss Your Hat in the Ring” at the Franklin County Administrative Annex on Wednesday, Jan. 23, from 7 to 9 p.m.

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Posted Jan. 9, 2013 at 11:00 AM

Posted Jan. 9, 2013 at 11:00 AM

CHAMBERSBURG — Penn State Extension is offering the workshop “Toss Your Hat in the Ring” at the Franklin County Administrative Annex on Wednesday, Jan. 23, from 7 to 9 p.m.

A number of local offices will be up for election this year, when the primary election is Tuesday, May 21.

The workshop includes:

An overview of Pennsylvania local government and the responsibilities of a township supervisor, a borough council member or a school board director — presented by Penn State Extension

Instructions on how to run: filing a petition, reporting campaign expenses and important information — presented by Jean Byers, deputy chief clerk for Franklin County

A panel of local officials from Franklin County who will talk about why they decided to run for office and some of their experiences since they were elected

The workshop won’t offer campaign tips or strategies. The focus is on understanding the roles, responsibilities and personal rewards that come with public service.

“The people who run our local governments are our friends and neighbors — people just like us,” explained Penn State Extension Educator Judy Chambers. “You don’t need special training or experience to serve your township, borough or school district. If you’re interested in serving, care about your community, and are willing to learn on the job, we’d like to encourage you to toss your hat in the ring.”

The workshop fee is $25 per person. Register on-line at http://agsci.psu.edu/local-government/chambersburg or contact Penn State Extension Adams County 334-6271.